Core Viewpoint - Baide International (02668) is expected to report a significant increase in losses for the first half of the year, projecting a loss of approximately HKD 110 million to HKD 130 million, compared to a loss of HKD 36.8 million in the same period last year [1] Financial Performance - The company anticipates a loss of around HKD 110 million to HKD 130 million for the first half of the year [1] - Last year's loss for the same period was HKD 36.8 million [1] Reasons for Loss - The primary reasons for the increased losses include: - Significant increase in overall costs due to the acquisition of iron ore mining and processing operations completed at the end of last year, which has led to higher direct costs, operational expenses, and administrative expenses [1] - Maintenance of approximately HKD 405 million in bank loans related to mining operations, resulting in increased financial costs for the group [1] - Increased fair value losses on investment properties [1] Business Segments - Baide International is primarily engaged in the trading of non-ferrous metals and construction materials, with five main business segments: - Supply chain services for non-ferrous metals and construction materials [1] - Hotel management and catering services [1] - Equipment leasing [1] - Retail shop leasing [1] - Securities investment [1]

Group 1 - The A-share financial sector has seen a significant rally, with notable increases in stocks such as Nanhua Futures, which has achieved two consecutive trading limits [1] - Other companies that experienced gains include Yuexiu Capital, China National Petroleum Capital, Hongye Futures, Bohai Leasing, and Shaanxi Guotou A [1]